Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Anatomy and Physiology Instruction, Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences, School of Integrated Health Sciences [R0153614]
About The Position
The Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences (KNS) is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor-in-Residence (non-tenure track) faculty member on a 9-month appointment. The primary teaching assignment will be lectures and laboratory instruction in Anatomy and Physiology. As a 9-month position, summer teaching is available for additional compensation. We are seeking an experienced instructor to deliver innovative instruction to large lecture sections of students in a way that leads to high student success and mastery of concepts relevant to Kinesiology and other healthcare fields.
Requirements
- Terminal degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, etc.) from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- At least one year of university teaching experience.
- Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment credit check.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of teaching experience.
- Experience teaching anatomy and physiology at the undergraduate level.
- Expertise in the development and delivery of instruction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based and research-informed teaching practices.
- Experience with the development and application of active learning strategies.
- Strong communication skills.
- Evidence of successful collaboration with an instructional team.
- Experience with first-generation college students and students from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds.
- Previous coordination of multiple class sections.
Responsibilities
- Deliver lectures and laboratory instruction in Anatomy and Physiology.
- Deliver innovative instruction to large lecture sections of students.
- Support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.
- Contribute to a respectful, positive work environment.
- Use Campus Values to guide decisions and actions.
- Demonstrate Rebel spirit.
- Support and participate in programmatic assessment.
Benefits
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
- Support and resources available for veteran applicants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
